An emotional song sung by an idol—tear-jerking tracks filled with a range of feelings.
If you’re an idol fan, you probably have a few favorite songs that move you to tears whenever you hear them.
Beyond the lyrics themselves, there are many songs that move us because of the stories behind them—like the members’ feelings infused into the music and their live performances.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of touching songs by idols all at once.
Each track has its own story, so be sure to listen while reading the lyrics.
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A moving song sung by an idol. Tear-jerking tracks filled with a range of emotions (71–80)
orchestraBiSH
This is a ballad with a heartwarming melody that stands out as it looks back on days gone by while gazing up at the night sky.
It’s a classic track included on BiSH’s album “KiLLER BiSH,” released in October 2016, and has been loved as one of their signature songs.
The lyrics gently portray parting with someone dear, a sense of loss, and memories that live on forever in the heart, resonating as if softly nestling close to your chest.
The grand, orchestral-like sound and the members’ vocals blend exquisitely, tenderly enveloping the listener’s heart.
InfinityJO1
A striking track featuring a powerful beat that fuses EDM and trap elements.
It carries a passionate message about pushing past your limits to keep striving for your dreams.
As JO1’s memorable debut release, it reached No.
1 on the Oricon Daily and Weekly Singles Charts right after its March 2020 release.
With an astonishing first-week sales figure of over 320,000 copies, they became the seventh artist in history to surpass 300,000 copies with a debut single.
The song also secured multiple TV tie-ins, including serving as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s “Sonna Koto Kangaeta Koto Nakatta Quiz! Toriniku tte Nan no Niku!?” An energetic anthem that gently pushes people forward toward their dreams, it resonates as an uplifting support song.
Youth ClockNGT48
This song portrays the pure first crush of a male student from afar, set along a school route bathed in the warmth of spring.
Throughout, a refreshing pop feel blends beautifully with a nostalgic kayōkyoku style, with soft, airy rap adding a memorable touch.
It gently captures the bittersweet emotion of watching from a distance and a fleeting moment of youth marked by the passage of time, resulting in a heartwarming piece.
Released in April 2017 as NGT48’s major-label debut, it topped the Oricon Weekly Singles chart.
It was also selected as the opening theme for TBS’s “COUNT DOWN TV” in April and May and used in the Ichimasa Kamaboko “Una Jirō” commercial.
The music video was filmed at well-known spots in their hometown of Niigata City and created together with about 1,000 fans.
Highly recommended for those who cherish tender first-love feelings and memories of their youth, this is a wonderful, unforgettable track.
graduation tripNMB48
Released in March 2015, this NMB48 song is a heartwarming piece that cherishes bonds with friends and shared memories.
It portrays scenes of looking out at the passing landscape from a train while reflecting on the time spent together, accompanied by gentle piano tones.
Blending the hopeful glow of a faintly lit future with the bittersweet feeling of setting off on separate paths, the track achieves a harmonious balance.
It was included as a coupling track for “Don’t look back!” and is also featured on the album “Namba Ai ~Ima, Omou Koto~.” It is sure to resonate with those bidding farewell to graduating friends or parting from someone special.
Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto
A conceptual work themed around phantom thieves, it unfolds a cute story about stealing fans’ hearts.
It’s a major-label debut packed with all the charms of Momoiro Clover Z.
Produced by Kenichi Maeyamada, the piece perfectly marries a world inspired by the animated film Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro with a bold musical structure that modulates from A minor to E-flat minor.
After its release in May 2010, it was featured as the opening theme for TBS’s Rank Kingdom, drawing significant attention.
The choreography includes the “Ebizori Jump” devised by Kanako Momota, which has become a highlight of their live performances.
It’s the perfect track for music fans seeking a high-energy idol song.
Slow motionNakamori Akina
A debut work distinguished by its mellow melody and crystalline vocals that gently embrace a budding crush on someone met by the seaside.
With an expressiveness hard to believe for a 16-year-old, Akina Nakamori beautifully captures the fateful moment of encounter.
Released in May 1982 and included on the album “Prologue [Jomaku],” it debuted at No.
58 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, quietly winning listeners’ hearts.
The pure feelings of a girl captivated by the sight of a man walking along the sandy beach are sung with the freshness of a sea breeze.
Evoking the premonition of love that everyone experiences as if it were a scene from a film, this piece is one to enjoy on a tranquil spring afternoon.
The meaning of goodbyeNogizaka 46
This song portrays the hope that awaits beyond a heartrending farewell, carried by warm piano melodies.
Released by Nogizaka46 in November 2016, it is a memorable track in which Nanami Hashimoto served as center for the first time.
It was performed at the 67th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen, moving the hearts of many.
It is a gentle, comforting piece that quietly supports those who have experienced parting from someone dear, or who are about to take a new step forward.